First year renting Equipment/ what I made.

Brandonโ€™s DIY projects
2 Jan 202422:31

Summary

TLDRIn this video, host Brandon provides an update on his equipment rental business, showcasing his fleet including the Kabota BX23S and U7 mini excavators, and a dump trailer. He discusses the hours worked, minor damages, and shares his experience with rental logistics and maintenance. Brandon also reveals his earnings, with October being his best month, and gives insights into starting a rental business, suggesting a skid steer as a valuable addition. He concludes by fixing a bumper on his BX23S, emphasizing the importance of equipment care.

Takeaways

  • ๐Ÿšœ The speaker, Brandon, discusses his equipment rental business and the types of equipment he rents out, such as the cabota BX23s with various attachments.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง The cabota BX23s was purchased new and has accumulated 92 hours of use with minimal damage, except for a bent bumper caused by a renter.
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ The older cabota U7, initially used for the business, has 53 hours of use and has been relatively well-maintained with minor damage like burn marks on the seat.
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Brandon shares his revenue figures for the past few months, highlighting that October was his best month with $2,500 from rentals and delivery fees.
  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ The most rented item was the Kabota U7 excavator, followed by the BX23s and the dump trailer, which was rented out less frequently.
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Brandon mentions the importance of maintaining equipment, such as greasing, and his plans to repair a flat tire on his dump trailer.
  • ๐Ÿ”จ He advises starting with smaller equipment like a used trailer if one is looking to begin an equipment rental business without incurring significant debt.
  • ๐Ÿšš The speaker uses a 2002 F250 truck to tow his equipment, which has high mileage and is in need of replacement in the near future.
  • ๐Ÿ”ฉ Brandon plans to add a D-ring to the BX23s for better securing the equipment during transport and potentially for towing if needed.
  • ๐Ÿ’ก He discusses the challenges of keeping equipment clean during the muddy season and the need for better lighting in his workshop.
  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ The speaker acknowledges the difficulty of responding to all comments and questions from his viewers but promises to address them as best as he can.

Q & A

  • What is the main topic of the video?

    -The main topic of the video is an update on the equipment rental business, discussing the types of equipment rented, their usage hours, and the revenue generated from rentals and delivery fees.

  • What equipment does Brandon mention having purchased for his rental business?

    -Brandon mentions purchasing a cabota bx23s with a loader, quick touch, bucket, forks, rear tires, backo, adjustable thumb, 12-inch bucket, rubber pads for outriggers, and a three-point hitch.

  • How many hours has the cabota bx23s been used since its purchase?

    -The cabota bx23s has been used for about 92 hours since its purchase.

  • What incident of damage occurred to the cabota bx23s?

    -A renter damaged the bumper of the cabota bx23s by running something into it, bending it out of shape.

  • What is the condition of the old cabota U7 mini excavator?

    -The old cabota U7 mini excavator is in relatively good condition with 53 hours on it and minimal damage, despite having some burn marks on the seat and scratch marks.

  • What advice does Brandon give for starting an equipment rental business?

    -Brandon suggests starting with small equipment like a used equipment trailer and not going into debt for a big dump trailer, especially if starting with a small scale.

  • What is the current condition of the 2002 F250 truck used for towing?

    -The 2002 F250 truck is old and rusty, with over 200,000 miles, but it's still functional and has been modified with additional lights for night visibility.

  • What maintenance issue did Brandon encounter with his dump trailer?

    -Brandon found a nail in the sidewall of one of the dump trailer's tires, which caused it to go flat and required a patch on the inside.

  • How much revenue did Brandon make from his equipment rentals in September?

    -In September, Brandon made about $1,300 from rental and delivery fees.

  • What was the most rented item in October according to Brandon?

    -In October, the most rented item was the cabota bx23s, which coincided with Brandon's best month for revenue.

  • What is Brandon's plan for improving the security of his BX's bumper?

    -Brandon plans to remove the bumper, weld a D-ring onto it for better tie-down options, and then repaint it to match the original color.

Outlines

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๐Ÿšœ Equipment Rental Business Update

In this paragraph, Brandon provides an update on his equipment rental business, discussing the types of equipment he has rented out over the year, including a Kabota BX23S with various attachments, and the hours they've accumulated. He mentions the minimal damage to his equipment, with one incident involving a bent bumper. The paragraph also covers his first rental equipment, a Kabota U7 mini excavator, which has seen light use with minimal damage. Brandon emphasizes the importance of maintaining his equipment and shares some of the challenges he faces, such as cleaning and minor damages due to rental use.

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๐Ÿ”ง Maintaining Equipment and Financial Insights

The second paragraph delves into the maintenance challenges of keeping the rental equipment clean, especially during the muddy season, and the need for a hot water pressure washer. Brandon shares his experience with a flat tire on his dump trailer and his approach to repairing it. He discusses the wear and tear on the trailer's tires due to renters' misuse and his decision to stick with cheaper tires to minimize costs. Financially, he outlines his rental income from September to December, highlighting his best month and the overall revenue from rentals and delivery fees.

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๐Ÿ“ˆ Rental Business Performance and Future Plans

In this segment, Brandon evaluates the performance of his rental business, identifying the most rented items and sharing his strategy for equipment selection based on demand. He admits that the excavator was the most rented piece of equipment, followed by the BCO and the dump trailer. He also addresses common questions about his rental charges and the influence of his rural location on pricing. Looking ahead, Brandon expresses his intention to purchase a skid steer if finances and the political climate allow, underscoring the potential of such equipment in his business.

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๐Ÿ›  Equipment Upgrades and Repairs

Brandon describes his plans for upgrading his equipment, starting with a track skid steer and a larger mini excavator, had he not been concerned about the financial burden. He reflects on his decision to start with smaller, more affordable equipment due to budget constraints. The paragraph also details a practical repair job where he removes and modifies the bumper of his BX to include a D-ring for better securing and towing capabilities, demonstrating his hands-on approach to equipment maintenance and improvement.

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๐Ÿ”„ Post-Repair and Future Video Commitments

The final paragraph concludes with Brandon completing the bumper repair on his BX, including welding a D-ring onto it for improved towing and securing options. He shares his experience with the welding process and the importance of safety equipment. Brandon acknowledges his busy schedule and the challenges of filming videos in low light conditions. He commits to trying to upload videos more frequently and thanks his viewers for their support.

Mindmap

Keywords

๐Ÿ’กEquipment Rental Business

The term 'Equipment Rental Business' refers to a commercial activity where various pieces of equipment are made available for temporary use in exchange for payment. In the video, the host, Brandon, discusses his experience running such a business, including the types of equipment he rents out and the financial aspects of the operation.

๐Ÿ’กCabota BX23S

The 'Cabota BX23S' is a specific model of compact tractor discussed in the video. It is equipped with a loader, quick touch attachments, and various other features like a 12-inch bucket and adjustable thumb. The host mentions this as one of the pieces of equipment he purchased and rented out, highlighting its versatility and the hours it has been used.

๐Ÿ’กDamages

In the context of the video, 'Damages' refers to the wear and tear or accidental harm that occurs to the rented equipment during its use. Brandon shares an incident where a renter damaged the bumper of his BX, illustrating the risks involved in renting out equipment and the importance of maintaining and inspecting it regularly.

๐Ÿ’กKabota U7

The 'Kabota U7' is another model of mini excavator mentioned by the host. It is one of the first pieces of equipment he bought for his rental business and has been well-maintained with minimal damage. The U7 is noted for its reliability and the low number of hours it has been operated, indicating its popularity among renters.

๐Ÿ’กRental Fees

'Rental Fees' are the charges that customers pay to use the equipment for a specified period. The video script discusses the income generated from these fees, which is a critical aspect of the rental business model. Brandon provides monthly figures to illustrate the revenue stream from his rental operations.

๐Ÿ’กDump Trailer

A 'Dump Trailer' is a type of equipment used for hauling materials and is capable of tilting to unload its contents. In the video, Brandon talks about the dump trailer he rents out, including its usage for various tasks like hauling firewood and gravel, and the considerations involved in maintaining its tires.

๐Ÿ’กMaintenance

The concept of 'Maintenance' in the video pertains to the upkeep and servicing of the rented equipment to ensure it remains in good working order. Brandon emphasizes the importance of regular greasing and cleaning to prolong the life of his equipment and mentions the challenges of keeping the equipment clean during certain times of the year.

๐Ÿ’กD-Ring

A 'D-Ring' is a type of metal loop or shackle used for securing loads. In the script, Brandon discusses welding a D-Ring onto the bumper of his BX for better securing the equipment during transport, demonstrating a practical solution to a common problem faced in the rental business.

๐Ÿ’กTire Flat Spots

Tire 'Flat Spots' occur when a tire is not rotating properly, often due to improper brake adjustment. Brandon mentions this issue in relation to his dump trailer, where renters' incorrect brake settings can cause the tires to develop flat spots, affecting the tire's performance and lifespan.

๐Ÿ’กRevenue

'Revenue' in the video refers to the total income generated from the rental business. Brandon provides a breakdown of his earnings from June to December, indicating the profitability of his venture and the variability of income across different months.

๐Ÿ’กSkid Steer

A 'Skid Steer' is a versatile, compact machine used in construction and landscaping, capable of performing various tasks with different attachments. In the video, Brandon suggests that a skid steer, particularly one with tracks, would be a valuable addition to his rental fleet, reflecting on what he would have done differently knowing what he knows now.

Highlights

Introduction to the equipment rental business update for the year, discussing the performance and revenue from renting out equipment.

Presentation of the cabota BX23S, a new piece of equipment with various attachments and its usage hours.

Mention of minimal damage to rented equipment, highlighting the overall good condition and one incident of bumper damage.

Discussion on the old cabota U7 mini excavator, its condition, and the minimal damage it has sustained.

Suggestion for starting an equipment rental business with a used equipment trailer instead of a new dump trailer.

Details on the 2002 F250 truck used for towing, its condition, and modifications made for better visibility.

Challenges with keeping equipment clean during muddy seasons and plans for a hot water pressure washer.

Account of a flat tire on the dump trailer, the process of finding the leak, and the repair strategy.

Consideration of tire quality and the decision to stick with cheaper tires due to the wear and tear from rentals.

Financial summary of the rental business from September to December, including monthly earnings and total revenue.

Identification of the most rented items and the strategy for renting out the dump trailer for various uses.

Reflection on the process of starting the rental business, the equipment chosen, and the lessons learned.

Advice for those interested in starting a similar business, including the types of equipment to consider purchasing.

Discussion on the potential purchase of a skid steer for the rental business and its demand.

Plans to repair and modify the BX's bumper by welding a D-ring for better towing and recovery options.

Final thoughts on the importance of equipment maintenance and the channel's commitment to providing useful content.

Transcripts

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alrighty folks so welcome back to the

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channel my name is Brandon and uh we're

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going to kind of go over the equipment

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rental business here for you guys that

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are W an update we'll just kind of take

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a look at our equipment for the year and

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we'll see how many hours on it and I'll

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give you guys kind of some details here

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about what rented the most and roughly

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how much money I made for the year off

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of just renting equipment out and

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delivery fees okay so here's the little

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cabota

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bx23s that I bought I believe I bought

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it at the end of June or the beginning

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of July something like that I'd have to

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look to be 100% sure but it's got the

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loader got the quick touch on the front

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I got the bucket and the forks with it

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and uh I got the rear tires

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loaded and we got the little backo on

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that and the uh adjustable thumb that

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pins right there got a 12in bucket on

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there and also got these other uh little

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pads that come on the back of here I

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can't think of the name of those now but

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I got the rubber ones down there for

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like setting the Outriggers down on

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concrete and whatnot and we also got the

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three-point hitch and a box down there

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it's all brand new stuff I haven't ever

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had it on the little cabota yet I don't

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rent it out with any 3-point hitch

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attachments I may later on but right now

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I don't have anything for the

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three-point hitch but the little Kabota

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uh bx23s here we bought it brand new so

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it had like zero or one hour on it or

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something I don't know what it was maybe

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not quite 1 hour but now we're up to

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like 92 hours on that now as far as like

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uh damages and stuff done to my

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equipment I've been pretty fortunate so

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far now I have had one instant a guy he

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rented my little BX and he bit my

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bumper and he ran he ran something into

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the bumper I do believe it was like

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right here and he kind of shoved the

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whole thing over which I I got it bent

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back pretty much darn near you can't

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even hardly tell that it was bent really

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I mean it looks pretty good pretty

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Factory right but uh but yeah that was

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pretty bad the guy said he needed to

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move some dog boxes or something and a

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dog kennel and I don't know how he did

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it but he must have had the the boom or

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the bucket up in the air and he must

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have been shelving something with the

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bumper I know but uh yeah other than

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that I've been pretty lucky here's the

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old cabota

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U7 the mini we bought to start out with

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got this thing new a little bit dirty

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right now but that's all right uh the

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people I rent it to they was using it at

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their new house site so they didn't

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really have a way to wash it off he said

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he tried to he had a little pump I don't

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know if he was sticking it down in a

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creek and pumping water out but he said

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his battery died but uh God didn't

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really put a whole lot of hours on it so

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so ain't charging for a dirty machine or

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nothing like that it paid for a full day

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in

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delivery but uh the U7 doesn't look bad

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it's still pretty good shape I mean it

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doesn't have a whole lot of damage it's

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uh got like 53 hours on it now from the

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time we bought it in June with no hours

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on it basically and I haven't had

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anybody do many Dam or do any damages to

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it at all really the only thing I seen

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was up there on the seat I I picked it

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up at night so I try to look at my stuff

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I try to look it over real good whenever

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I pick it up but a lot of times I'm

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picking it up in the dark at this time

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of year but I didn't catch that seat

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till a few days later it has some burn

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marks in it where it looks like they

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must have been smoking a cigarette or

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something dropped the ashes down in

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between their legs or something like

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that maybe the cigarette and it burnt

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some holes down in the seat I know if

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I'm going to rent equipment out I

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shouldn't be worried about that at all

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cuz that's probably the least of my

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worries and uh here's some scratch marks

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right here if you guys can see I done

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those clearing some

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brush if you guys want to save some

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cough starting out you could probably

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just buy a used little equipment trailer

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to haul your equipment on if you don't

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want to go in debt for a big dump

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trailer or something I mean you could

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buy a used dump trailer and save money

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but if you're really not want to spend

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no money like uh say if you're just want

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to start out with some equipment you can

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just go buy a small equipment trailer if

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you're starting out with a small

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equipment I bought the dump trailer cuz

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I had intentions on renting it out and

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using it for side jobs a little bit so

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it's worked out really well for me it's

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rented out a good bit it's helped pay on

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it some but I'd say as much as it's

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rented out it's probably not covered its

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its payments itself but I've used it a

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good bit on side jobs too now here's

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what I tow with it's a rough old beat up

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2002 F250 it's kind of holding

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everything together right now it's a it

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just turned over 200 200,000 miles but

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it's really rusty up underneath the cab

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and stuff and I'm going to have to get

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something new eventually so I'll

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probably run this one for maybe another

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year but then after that I'm I'm going

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to have to start looking for a different

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truck because this one's getting pretty

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rough shape just done some work to it

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I've added some lights up here oh my

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headache rack on both sides for uh

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backing in and out of people's driveways

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at night cuz I drop off and pick up a

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lot at night time so it helps been able

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to see when you're backing up I may just

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end up adding a a light bar across the

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top and maybe uh do away with them two

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little lights but I just needed

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something quick and easy I threw that

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threw those up there and uh it's doing

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the job so far the BX there is a little

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bit dirty right now it's kind of hard to

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keep the equipment clean this time of

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year it seems like like everything's

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just a muddy mess around here and uh a

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lot of times it's too cold to power wash

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anything I don't have a hot water

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pressure washer right now I'd like to

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have one so I can cut some of this

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grease and stuff off here cuz it's

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getting pretty nasty around all my pin

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and whatnot where I just greas it up so

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much I'm trying to make sure I stay

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caught up on all my greasing on my

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equipment I want to try to make it last

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as long as I can so I was just hauling

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some gravel the other day on my dump

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trailer and I came outside and my tire

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was flat and I searched all over for the

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the leak I was spraying safety water

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around the bead and stuff and around the

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uh the valve stem there and on the tread

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couldn't find nothing then finally I was

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messing around and I found this nail

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right here on the sidewall so I'm going

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to get that pulled out of there and uh I

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already hide it out but I'm going to

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have to break this tire down off this

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rim and I'm going to go ahead and put a

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patch on the inside there and hopefully

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it lasts me for a little bit longer

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so got to get that fixed cuz it's still

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got a little bit of life on it some

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tread I don't really want to get

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necessarily start putting new tires on

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my dump trailer until I really have to

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because what I found is uh people when

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they rent my dump trailer and stuff

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usually they don't have their uh their

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brake uh trailer brake thing set right

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in their truck a lot of times I'll have

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them turn up too high or whatever then

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they might hit their brakes and they'll

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like skid my tire on my trailer and

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they'll put little flat spots on it so

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some of my tires they do have some flat

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spots on the dump trailer where people

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rent it and sometimes they like I said

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they don't have their brakes adjusted

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right so they lock them up and put flat

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spots all over them so that's one thing

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you got to deal with I guess renting

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trailers and stuff out I thought about

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putting some nicer tires some uh like 14

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ply tires or something on my dump

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trailer but I don't think I'm going to

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cuz they're so much more expensive and

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people just tear the crap out of of them

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when they're renting it out so I do

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think I'm just going to stick with the

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the cheap old 10 ply tires on the dump

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trailer and just I'll have a couple

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spares on hand or something that way if

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somebody has blowouts or something

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they're just a lot cheaper to change out

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rather than I think I believe it's the

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14 ply tires they're a lot nicer Tire

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they probably don't pick up nails and

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stuff as bad but I just don't want

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people uh putting flat spots on them

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expensive tires cuz they're like almost

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twice or three times as price it's

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ridiculous how much more they are so

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we'll just stick with the cheap ones and

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keep changing those out cuz I can do two

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or three tires versus the one when

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people put uh flat spots and stuff on

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them so I think we'll be better off that

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going that route but uh we'll see so if

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you guys is interested in like uh

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numbers and stuff on like what I've made

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for the past few months here now

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September we made about

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$1,300 that was just off of rental and

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delivery fees uh so that covered my

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payments and my insurance for all my

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equipment October was my best month I

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had since I started renting equipment

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out uh I started back in June of this

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year and we made about $2,500 that month

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now these numbers aren't dead nuts exact

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some of them I rounded up I rounded

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down and

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uh there might be a few things I'm

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missing

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but uh October like I said that was my

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best month and uh November I made about

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1,00 I that didn't quite cover my

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payments or my insurance almost we

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almost got it there December was 1100

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also as well so that that's pretty much

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my numbers there and I think from I was

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figuring up from June till the end of

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December I've made roughly $111,000 off

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of

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my rentals and delivery fees in December

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and November and September my most

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rented item was the little Kabota U7 the

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little excavator in October my most

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rented item was thebco when I made the

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most that was my best month and thebco

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rented out the most in October kind of

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crazy but

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uh my most machine I guess you would say

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since I started this in June was the

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excavator and then the

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B and then the dump trailer so the

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excavator rented out a good bit more

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honestly than the B the excavator rent

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it out about 10 more times I guess than

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the B so dump trailer it didn't it only

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ran out about uh seven eight times not

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real well but I don't rent it out I

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don't rent it out as like a dumpster

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like some people do I just let people

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come pick it up use it for the day a lot

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of people used it to haul firewood in

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some people use it to haul a little bit

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of gravel and whatnot well I can usually

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think of all kinds of stuff to say on a

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video when I'm not filming a video but

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once when I start trying to make a video

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I can't think of anything but I've tried

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to read through some of the comments and

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a little bit and answer you guys best

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best I can best I know how uh I guess if

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you guys got any more questions for me

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you just leave them down below in the

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comments and I'll try to answer them

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best I can it might take me a little

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while to get to the comments to answer

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them all I've had some people asking

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different things about how much it cost

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to put my thumb on the uh little kabot

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U7 there outside you can watch my video

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on that I think I I got a video on

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putting the thumb getting it installed

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and everything and I believe I got on

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there how much it cost it was around

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$2,700 all together to get it all the

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hoses ran and uh plumbed up and

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everything I've talked to a lot of

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people just a bunch of different people

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asking me all kinds of questions about

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how much I'm charging and this and that

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and what they're charging and usually

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some uh people I talk to are charging

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more than what I charge but that's

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because I can't charge as much as some

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people cuz of the area I'm in some of

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you guys might be close to a big city or

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something like that I'm not I'm far far

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away from any big city I'm kind of I'm

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way in the country really there way

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that's the way it seems a lot of people

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talk anyway my closest city is what you

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could consider a city I guess is about

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20 minutes away and it's got a

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population of like right around 5,000

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people and kind of if you go the other

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direction I got another city that's like

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25 minutes away

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I'm not real sure on the population of

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that City there but I'd say it's a good

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bit higher

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probably I'd hate to even guess but I'm

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going to say

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maybe

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20,000 that might be pushing that might

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be a little steep but that's my guess

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anyway I a lot of people ask if I have

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skid steer so uh if you guys were

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getting into the rental business and

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money is not an issue

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people always asking what I think would

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be good to start out with I would say

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probably a skid steer because a lot of

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people that are in the excavation

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business or getting into the excavation

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business uh usually they buy mini

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excavators because they say you can do a

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lot more with a mini excavator than you

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can with a skid steer so a lot of times

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they'll rent a skid steer and I have had

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a lot of people ask about a skid steer

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uh people want to rent a skid steer uh

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mainly one on tracks so I'm going to

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hopefully be buying a skid steer this

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year just depends on how everything

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works

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out and uh it is election year here in

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the US if you guys ain't from the US and

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I'd say it's probably going to get

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pretty crazy this year it's already kind

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of starting to get pretty crazy it seems

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and the year has just started today is

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the 1 of

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January and all kinds of stuff going on

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they're trying to kick a president off

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the ballot and certain States and all

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kinds of good stuff but

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anyway what's something I do different

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starting this equipment rental business

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out knowing that what I know now I would

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I was going to say I would probably buy

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a bigger piece of

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equipment like a a bigger excavator or

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possibly even maybe a skid steer but I

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was so limited on money I'm not rich and

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I didn't have a lot of money to start

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this up with I wanted to make sure I

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didn't go Bank red right off the bat so

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I started out with the little kabod

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excavator and the uh BX so I

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think if it was

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me if money wasn't an issue I would the

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first thing I would buy would probably

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be a track skid steer and then the very

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second thing I would buy would be a

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bigger mini excavator like a oh say if

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you're looking at Kabota like a u35 or a

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P35 would be like kamasu or something or

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John the new John deers or like a P35 a

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G35 I'd buy like a 3.5 ton machine

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something right around 8,000 lbs

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cuz what I've heard and people I've

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talked to said their local rental

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company or the people that work for this

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rental company or whatever they said the

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the 35 3.5 ton machines whatever they

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are or the bread and butter usually

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that's what Rin out the most but I was a

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little bit nervous because that that was

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a big payment for me and like I said I

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didn't want to go bankrupt but that'd

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probably be a good machine to buy is a

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3.5 ton

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excavator but I think the very first

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thing I would buy if I had to do over

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and had plenty of money would be a skid

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steer on tracks and then an excavator we

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might go ahead and yank the bumper off

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the BX over there

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and we'll go ahead and weld the d-ring

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on it put that back on there and see

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what she looks like right about there in

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the center to help tie it down there's

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not really a good place to hook up to

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chain this thing down or strap it down

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whatever you guys may use I've used a

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strap a lot and just rent it across the

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back of my bucket or my Forks or

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sometimes I even run it through the

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bumper but my straps kind of get cut up

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and start ripping and stuff doing that

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so many times so I'm going to go ahead

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and use that d-ring right there weld it

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on on that so that way I can just use a

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chain and run a chain through it I don't

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want to run a chain across my bumper or

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back there cuz I'm trying to minimize

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the scratches a little bit so I'm trying

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to keep the paint good trying to keep

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the stuff stored inside mostly and

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hopefully I can just make it last a long

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time I hope you can see this it's pretty

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simple but uh I'm just going to go ahead

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and get these four bolts loose here and

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yank this bumper off here just cuz it'll

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be a lot easier to whip on with it just

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laying on the

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ground and

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uh my lighting is not real good in the

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shop here I I was going to go buy me

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some more lights the other day but I've

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been getting those uh 4ot LED lights

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from real king they're like

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$25 just regular old shop lights I've

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had uh about four of them in my garage

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here for I'd say a year and a half two

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years now they've been working just fine

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so I was going to buy me some more give

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me a little more light but I went there

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the other day and didn't have any and uh

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I was looking up some other R Kings too

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I I even drove to a couple different R

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Kings looking around see if they had

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them lights them shop lights and they

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was all out too so I don't know what the

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deal is there I don't know if they

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discontinued them or what but it' uh be

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a lot better to have a few

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more

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so I don't think I'm really going to do

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no measuring here nothing you can

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probably buy these d-rings

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here well I mean something you can uh

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just bolt right up there already to your

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bumper but I'm not going to I'm just

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going to go ahead and weld this one on

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here cuz it's going to

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stay Woods kind of go ahead and put us a

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line here and a line

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here

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that

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way we know about roughly where to grind

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that up at we're going to go ahead and

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knock the paint off of here at least

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about where that line is where I'm going

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to run my beads for my weld and then

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we'll go ahead and clean it up a little

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bit and slap some paint on there got my

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fancy grinding welding hood here I'll

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tell you what since I started a grinding

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stuff in a welding hood with a clear

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lens won't never do it a different way

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sure does keep the crap out of your face

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so I got this sanding wheel here we'll

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try to kind of grind this paint off here

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with it seems like these sanding Wheels

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kind of fill up with that paint whenever

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you're grinding paint they don't work as

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good I usually use just like a cutting

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wheel

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ain't perfect but it's perfect for what

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we're doing

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here I got this little uh 140 uh Hobart

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it's just a 110 welder there's the

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little welder the Hobart Handler 140

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great little welder if you guys have

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been watching my channel for any time

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you probably see me use it quite a bit

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on a few other little projects but got

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the big stick welder I got an old

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Lincoln uh 250 autoark the old Round Top

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uh good welder but it's just a lot of

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drag out all right guys I kind of I like

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where that's at pretty it looks pretty

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center now I'm not getting a tape

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measure and going to measure it out cuz

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it's not going to be

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perfect give you guys a little bit

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better look at it here what she's going

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to look like right there that might be

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kind of noisy right there say if you're

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uh doing a lot of work but you might not

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really be able to notice it or pay

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attention to it much cuz the the B will

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be pretty loud running so it may not be

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that big of a deal if it is we might

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just cut some uh maybe some like

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radiator hose or something and we'll put

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around

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it so there it is yeah I think that'll

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be a nice little tow Point too if uh

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somebody gets a

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stuck so uh we'll go ahead and clean

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that up a little bit my weld right there

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and we'll throw some paint on that so

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here's the d-ring on the front of the

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bumper I got it all painted up I use

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some Kabota orange paint it'll probably

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wear off there no time using a chain to

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chain down with it'll be all scratched

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up but that's all right when I was

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welding I burnt the paint off the back

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here so you can see where I burnt the

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paint off we went ahead and painted that

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up too so here's the uh BX bumper back

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on there with the ding so I think that's

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going to work out pretty good like I

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said chaining it down and maybe if

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somebody gets stuck and I need to pull

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off the front we'll just be able to wrap

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a chain right around that yank it out

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well we'll try to get you guys an upload

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a little bit sooner this time here but

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I've just been so busy and it's been

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dark when I get home and everything

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right now I've had a few days off of

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work here with the holidays so I think

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we're going to go ahead and wrap this

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video up here here and hopefully we

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catch you guys on the next one thanks

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for watching

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